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No Pay for Congress Members During Government Shutdowns

This act aims to stop payments to members of Congress during periods when the federal government ceases to operate due to a failure to pass a budget. This means that during a government shutdown, Congress members will not receive their salaries for the days the government is non-operational. The goal is to encourage quicker resolution of budget crises, potentially reducing uncertainty for citizens.
Key points
Members of Congress will not be paid for each day the federal government is shut down due to a lapse in appropriations.
These provisions will apply starting from the 118th Congress and subsequent Congresses, meaning they do not affect the current term.
The objective is to increase accountability among politicians and motivate them to reach budget agreements faster, which could limit disruptions in public services for citizens.
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Print number: 117_HR_5443
Sponsor: Rep. Curtis, John R. [R-UT-3]
Process start date: 2021-09-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Work, No Pay Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5443.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Members of Congress will not be paid for each day the federal government is shut down due to a lapse in appropriations.
  • These provisions will apply starting from the 118th Congress and subsequent Congresses, meaning they do not affect the current term.
  • The objective is to increase accountability among politicians and motivate them to reach budget agreements faster, which could limit disruptions in public services for citizens.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Curtis, John R. [R-UT-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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